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Madrid Events

Madrid 2012 events

February
18
Madrid Carnival

The week before Lent sees the Madrid version of the traditional Mardi Gras Carnival, featuring parades, extravagant costume parties and flamboyant...

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April
15
Semana Santa (Holy Week)

Solemn religious processions and services.

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April
17
Madrid Marathon

The annual Madrid Marathon is raced on an urban course which usually includes Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor and Palacio Real - all good viewing...

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May
01
Festival Flamenco

One of the nation’s best Flamenco dancing competitions, drawing competitors from all over the world. It is usually accompanied by classical...

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May
02
Fiesta del 2 de Mayo (Festival of 2 May)

Marks the day when Madrid rose up against the French in 1808, with films, poetry recitals, concerts and dance.

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May
15
San Isidro

The commemoration of Madrid's patron saint, with a procession to the church of San Isidoro, open-air dance performances, theatre productions,...

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June
01
Gay Pride

The festival culminates in a parade through the Retiro, Sol and Casa de Campo districts, with other events in Chueca district.

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December
31
Nochevieja (New Year's Eve)

Crowds gather to eat grapes and drink champagne.

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Madrid 2013 events

January
06
Reyes Magos (Epiphany)

Marked by a procession of the 'the kings' with commercial floats.

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